Environmental Law Part I: Core Legislation

Environmental law is a rapidly evolving field of legal practice influenced by legislative developments, regulatory updates, and case law. This two-part series will examine key federal and state statutes, recent decisions, and emerging trends and discuss how these changes impact compliance and liability. Participants will gain practical strategies to help clients navigate regulatory challenges and mitigate risks in this evolving legal landscape. 

In Part I, attendees will delve deep into the pivotal laws shaping environmental practice. This session focuses on the significance of landmark statutes such as the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and others, equipping lawyers with the knowledge to understand foundational legislation critical to navigating the environmental law landscape.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Review the significance of the key legislation of environmental law, including the Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), Comprehensive Emergency Response and Cleanup Act (CERCLA), and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
2. Discuss how recent decisions and regulatory changes impact environmental compliance
3. Identify emerging trends in environmental policy
4. Prepare strategies to advise clients on navigating compliance challenges and mitigating liability